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Steenberg Vineyards Releases Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc 2011

Steenberg Vineyards in the Constantia Valley has released the latest vintage of its popular Sauvignon Blanc. Renowned as one of the top white wine cellars in South Africa, the Sauvignon Blanc varietal is what Steenberg is best known for, and this year’s vintage again exemplifies what this winery can produce. The refreshing, crisp taste of the Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc 2011, with its upfront citrus notes of ruby grapefruit and pronounced mineral character, is sure to find a place among the season’s ‘hotlist’ of wines to drink this summer.

First ever Steenberg Vineyard Trail Run a 'runaway' success

Steenberg Vineyards in the Constantia Valley held its first Steenberg Vineyard Trail Run on Heritage Day, 24 September this year. Over 300 avid walkers, runners and wine enthusiasts participated in this sold-out fun event, many having donned fancy dress costumes as their favourite 'character, fruit or icon', to enjoy a brisk walk or leisurely run along the scenic trail through Steenberg's vineyards. While many visitors were drawn to the 'feel-good' factor of spending this special public holiday in a glorious setting on a wine farm, others were excited at the prospect of winning one of the fabulous prizes on offer.

Fynbos Flowers in Full Bloom at Steenberg

Gardens full of colour, buzzing insects looking for nectar, carrying pollen from one flower to another. Plants waking from yearly slumber, showing flowers too many to number! Natures’ alarm clock has rung, spring has sprung.

On the Practice of Pruning

Drive through any vineyard during mid-winter and you will notice that the vines have been cut down to their bare bones. No leaves, no stalks, just naked cordons with stubby little shoots which have been cut back. The practice of pruning is one of the most important aspects of growing grapes.

Steenberg 2011 Harvest Report

The cool climate at Steenberg Vineyards means that harvest is significantly longer than in warmer growing regions, yet not as intense. The heat waves earlier in the year changed this slightly as it meant grapes had to be harvested quickly. Overall yield increased and there was great quality across the board. After all had settled, it was time to reflect on a long and busy harvest.

End the week on Thursdays with Steenberg and Kubu Strings!

The weekend starts early on Thursday evenings at Steenberg’s cellar door restaurant Bistro Sixteen82, with the launch of their new Tapas and Flamenco nights from (Thursday) 23 June 2011.

Food and Wine Pairing with Steenberg - the Sauvignon Semillon showdown.

The format has changed with the Cellar to Table feature and with it a whole new set of rules! It works as follows: one member of the Steenberg team cooks a meal and pairs it with an appropriate wine, the matching then undergoes close scrutiny from a ‘panel’ of (hungry) ‘judges’ who discuss the result at length, all under the guise of a dinner party.

Totally Stoned, News and Views from under the Stone Mountain of Steenberg.

A fun way to keep up to date with what's happening at Steenberg, from informative articles on Sauvignon Blanc, "Wines at Her Majesty's Service" and even a look into the 'Art of Planking'.

Steenberg wines featured at The Foodbarn during the month of July.

A selection of wines from Steenberg Vineyards is being served with Chef Franck Dangereux’s winter menus at The Foodbarn Restaurant in the Noordhoek Farm Village outside Cape Town during the month of July. This food and wine pairing partnership offers diners the opportunity to savour this award-winning chef’s cuisine at affordable seasonal prices, perfectly matched with tastings of selected wines from the superb Steenberg portfolio.

Steenberg to take part in Societi Bistro's Food and Wine series

Steenberg Vineyards in the Constantia Valley has been chosen to participate in the inaugural Societi Bistro 'Tour through Italy' gourmet food and wine series, where it will showcase one of its flagship wines, the unique Steenberg Nebbiolo 2009.

Semillons to Shout About.

Semillon is a forgotten variety in this country. We’re all drinking Sauvignon Blanc by the gallon still, Chardonnay will always have its supporters, Chenin is making a big effort to raise its profile left, right and centre and anything from the Rhone is shrouded with the uber-coolness of the Swartland crew and their experimental combinations. And in the midst of this is Semillon, still valued as a blending partner (particularly with Sauvignon Blanc) but otherwise left on the shelf – literally in most cases.

Crispy Fried Potatoes With Chorizo and Ripe Tomatoes served with the delicious Steenberg HMS Echo 2009.

 

Steenberg Summer Sangria with Klein Steenberg Rosé.

 

Catharina's The Restaurant at Steenberg serves up winter warmer taste sensations

Landmark Cape Town fine dining restaurant Catharina's at Steenberg, will once again serve up its famed fireside "Winter Warmers" during the chilly months.

Steenberg ends 2010 on a high note.

Steenberg Vineyards ends off the year on a high note having received the coveted John Platter 5-Star rating (for 2011) for both the Steenberg Magus 2009 and Steenberg Magna Carta 2009.

Steenberg Vineyards Tops the Spit or Swallow, Best Rated Farms list

 

Catharina's at Steenberg adds "Free Range Fridays" to its fine dining repertoire

 

Steenberg Reviewed in Wine Times (May 2010)

 

Steenberg Vineyards launches its first Pinot Noir Cap Classique

 

Catharina's at Steenberg dishes up its legendary 'Winter Warmers'